Cloud Adoption and Sustainability in Life Sciences

This document is a report on discussions held during a life sciences industry forum in San Leandro in August 2023. The forum focused on the role of cloud technology in the highly regulated life sciences sector and the intersection of sustainability and cost efficiency. Participants shared insights on the 'Green Labs' initiative, which promotes sustainability through enhanced monitoring of lab operations. The report details how companies are leveraging digital transformation, including AI and robotic process automation, to improve operational efficiency. It highlights the challenges of cost management in drug development and the importance of just-in-time supply chains. Additionally, the report discusses how AVEVA's technologies, including the AVEVA PI System, support industry goals related to sustainability and digital transformation. The document emphasizes the growing trend towards cloud-first policies among life sciences organizations, driven by the need for efficient data management and collaboration.